Rare 'Fire Tornado' Captured During Los Angeles Wildfires

The Pacific Palisades blaze, now the most destructive in Los Angeles County history, has claimed lives, destroyed homes, and created extreme fire phenomena.

A 'fire tornado' was captured on video Friday night during the Pacific Palisades wildfire, raising questions about its rarity and intensity.
Experts clarified the phenomenon was likely a 'fire whirl,' a less severe event compared to true fire tornadoes, which are rare and highly destructive.
The Pacific Palisades fire has burned over 23,000 acres, contributing to a total of more than 40,000 acres scorched in Los Angeles County this week.
At least 16 deaths have been reported across multiple fires in the region, with thousands of homes destroyed and over 100,000 residents under evacuation orders.
Firefighters are battling four major blazes, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, with the Palisades fire only 11% contained as it moves toward inland communities.